School Caretaker

East Midlands/ permanent / £90 - 100 per day

Job Title: Caretaker
Location: Langley Mill, Derbyshire
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Permanent

We are seeking a reliable and hardworking Caretaker to join our team at a thriving secondary school in Langley Mill. This is a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the school and providing a safe, secure and welcoming environment for our students, staff and visitors.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Carry out general maintenance, repairs and site improvements
  • Ensure the security and safety of the school site, including unlocking/locking the premises
  • Monitor and maintain heating, lighting and other utilities
  • Keep the school grounds clean, tidy and well-presented
  • Support with health and safety compliance across the site
  • Liaise with contractors and suppliers when required

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in a caretaker, site management or maintenance role is desirable
  • Good practical skills in basic repairs and maintenance
  • Strong awareness of health and safety
  • Reliability, flexibility and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Willingness to be a keyholder and respond to out-of-hours emergencies if required

We offer:

  • A welcoming and inclusive school environment
  • Support from a friendly and committed staff team
  • Opportunities for training and professional development

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

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